Mazda 3 Owners Manual: Shift-Lock Override
If the selector lever will not move from P using the proper shift procedure, continue to hold down the brake pedal.
- Remove the shift-lock override cover using a cloth-wrapped flat head screwdriver.
- Insert a screwdriver and push it down.
- Press and hold the lock-release button.
- Move the selector lever.
Take the vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the system checked.
Shift-Lock System
The shift-lock system prevents shifting out
of P unless the brake pedal is depressed.
To shift from P:
Depress and hold the brake pedal.
Start the engine.
Press and hold the lock-release b ...
Manual Shift Mode
The manual shift mode gives you the feel
of driving a manual transaxle vehicle by
allowing you to operate the selector lever
manually. This allows you to control
engine rpm and torque to the drive ...
Other materials:
EGR Valve Removal/Installation [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
1. Remove the battery cover..
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
3. Drain the engine coolant from the radiator..
4. Remove the air cleaner and the air hose as a single unit..
5. Remove the radiator hose (upper, engine side)..
6. Disconnect the EGR valve connector.
7. Remove in th ...
Fuse Replacement
Replacing the fuses on the vehicle's left side
If the electrical system does not work, first
inspect the fuses on the vehicle's left side.
Make sure the ignition is switched off,
and other switches are off.
Open the fuse panel cover.
Pull the fuse straight out with the
fuse pul ...
Oil Seal (Differential) Replacement [C66 M R]
1. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No.2 and the splash shield as a single
unit..
2. Drain the manual transaxle oil..
3. Disconnect the drive shaft (LH) from the MTX..
4. Disconnect the drive shaft (RH) from the joint shaft..
5. Remove the joint shaft..
6. Remove the oil seal (LH).
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